Moving from tech HQ expansion to a livable, connected, and fast growing city

What You’ll Learn:

• Gain insight into how the East Link light rail, Wilburton’s transformation, and the Spring District’s momentum are catalyzing a new era of urban growth across the Eastside.
• New Mayor Mo Malakoutian and Former Mayor Lynne Robinson share the stage to discuss the new council’s priorities, rezoning efforts, housing, downtown growth, and Bellevue’s economic future.
• Understand how Bellevue’s next wave of development is being shaped by mixed-use, transit-oriented, and sustainable design principles, redefining what it means to build for a connected, livable city.
• Examine how developers are repositioning office and retail assets into vibrant, multi-functional destinations that reflect today’s hybrid work and lifestyle trends.
• Gain insights into how capital partners are navigating financing challenges in a high-rate environment, from phased project delivery to public-private collaboration.
• Explore how policy, design innovation, and sustainability commitments are driving Bellevue’s evolution into a balanced, resilient urban hub where housing, workplace, and community intersect.